Suggest Treatment For Persistent Sore Throat

Posted on Wed, 8 Oct 2014

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Question : I have had a sore throat for more than 3 months (it all started with a bleeding tonsil. Was on antibiotic twice, had blood tests done (mono was ruled out), went to dentist for oral hygiene etc. While throat looks better, it is still sore, the feeling of a lump in the back of the throat persists, a lot of mucus with sometimes traces of blood in it. Tonsils are still red but less swollen. I am on waiting list to see an ENT (which could be a year) and I cant really afford to go private. I am 30, an ex smoker. Do I need to be worried?

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No need to worry .

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX ,
Thanks for the query.

There is no need to worry .

If I were your treating doctor, I would advice you

Antiseptic chlorhexidine Mouth Wash twice daily ,
Steam Inhalation twice daily, Saline nasal spray thrice ,
Antihistaminic levocetirizine + Montelukast combination to decrease mucus production ,
Paracetemol for soreness ,
Vitamin C twice daily to promote healing &
Tablet Esomeprazole for lump feeling in throat.

You will get relief .

You can discuss this with your treating doctor.

Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

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